About the Artist
Agnieszka Ciesielska is a contemporary illustrator known for her evocative travel posters that blend modern minimalism with classic design traditions. Drawing inspiration from the golden age of tourism advertising, she reimagines iconic destinations through a fresh, graphic lens. Her work resonates with those who appreciate both nostalgia and a contemporary sense of place.
If you are interested in distinctive travel art, you may also enjoy our curated poster selection and the broader range of landscape wall art.
The Artwork
This Rio de Janeiro poster was created as a tribute to the city’s legendary landscape and its enduring allure as a travel destination. By capturing the meeting point of mountains, sea, and urban life, Ciesielska continues the tradition of posters designed to inspire wanderlust and a sense of adventure. The artwork reflects the spirit of early 20th-century travel graphics, inviting viewers to imagine themselves arriving in Rio, whether by air or sea, and to experience the city’s unique energy from afar.
It serves as a visual homage to Brazil’s cultural and natural vibrancy, making it meaningful for admirers of both travel history and modern design.
Style & Characteristics
The composition presents an elevated, panoramic view of Rio, with the unmistakable silhouette of Sugarloaf Mountain anchoring the scene. Soft blues, greens, and sandy beiges create a sunlit, breezy mood, while the simplified forms of the coastline, city, and boats evoke a sense of clarity and calm. The graphic approach emphasizes bold shapes and clean lines, offering both immediate impact and subtle detail on closer inspection.
This design-led style is nostalgic yet fresh, perfectly suited to a vintage-inspired travel poster. Discover more blue tones in our blue themed prints and explore coastal scenes in sea and ocean wall art.
In Interior Design
This poster brings a sense of openness and horizon to living rooms, entryways, or offices, pairing well with light woods, linen, and modern white walls. Its clean graphics also complement mid-century and minimalist interiors. Accentuate its palette with blue ceramics, green plants, or beige textiles for a harmonious look. As part of a gallery wall, it sits beautifully alongside maps, coastal photography, or other travel-inspired art.
